Why Margaritaville Lake Resort is the perfect spot to send off summer.
Labor Day Weekend doesn’t just mark the unofficial end of summer, it’s one last chance to slow down, soak up the sun and savor the good stuff before routines and cooler temps roll in. If you’re looking for a place that does Labor Day right, you might want to head straight to Margaritaville Lake Resort at Lake of the Ozarks.
Set on the shores of Missouri’s most iconic lake, this place knows how to throw a party. We’re talking three full days of live music, lakeside lounging, over-the-top family fun and enough frozen drinks to keep the weekend buzz going strong — all in a laid-back, tropical-inspired setting that feels miles away from your to-do list.
Whether you’re planning a trip with the kids, a weekend with friends or a little couples’ escape, there’s something here for everyone, and plenty of reasons to make it your new Labor Day tradition.
From the minute you check in on Friday, there’s something happening around every corner. Want to start your day with a little fishing? The kids can join the Fins Up Fishing activity — just don’t forget your license if you’re 16 or older. In the afternoon, they can dive into slime-making or battle it out in a giant game of Human Battleship using water balloons.
The fun keeps going all weekend long with face painting, popcorn in the lobby, bracelet crafting, DJ dance parties by the pool and even caricature drawings to take home as souvenirs. There’s a Bean Bag Toss one day, a Bomb Pop Eating Contest the next and by the time Sunday hits, you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled into a lakeside summer camp for grown-ups and kids alike.
And just when you think the energy might dip? The sun goes down and the music turns up. Every night, the Tiki Hut and Lakeside Deck play host to live performances from regional artists like Art Bentley and Marcus Words, setting the perfect backdrop for a few drinks, a swim or just kicking back under the stars.
No summer weekend is complete without great food, and Margaritaville delivers with its All-American Cookouts on Saturday and Sunday. Think burgers, drinks and all the classic summer staples served up lakeside under the tent. And while the cookout’s got its own charm, there’s no shortage of treats all weekend — from complimentary snow cones and popcorn to DIY ice cream in a bag.
On Sunday, stop by to watch an ice sculptor do their thing live or help the kids make their own “Beach in a Jar” keepsake. It’s the little moments like these that make the weekend feel extra special.
Margaritaville special offer
Planning to stay a few nights? Margaritaville’s offering a Labor Day Weekend deal that includes exclusive savings on guest rooms. All you need is a two-night minimum stay and a little urgency — availability’s limited, and once it’s gone, it’s gone.
This offer can’t be combined with other deals or used for group bookings of 10 or more rooms. But if you’re coming in as a couple, family or small group of friends, you’re golden.
Rain or shine
Most of the events are outdoors, but don’t worry — the fun doesn’t stop just because of a few clouds. The resort’s Activities Desk keeps guests in the loop with schedule updates and any weather-related changes, so be sure to check in when you arrive.
Labor Day doesn’t have to mean staying home, watching summer fade from your backyard. At Margaritaville Lake Resort, it means music by the pool, toes in the water, a cold drink in hand and plenty of new memories to take with you into fall.
So grab your flip flops, pack up the car and head to the lake. Summer’s not over yet and this is a great way to go out with a bang.
